Questions To Ask When Hiring a Cleveland Contractor

05/29/2018

Nate Gromen

Here at Sunburst we’re many things: Cleveland shutter installers, interior fashion professionals, and more. But in the end, you could just call us Cleveland contractors.

There’s no shortage of contractors in Cleveland, and it might be tricky to choose the right one. Whether you’re looking for an entire kitchen remodel, new flooring, or new window treatments – picking the right team is important. Here are some questions to ask the next time you’re looking for a Cleveland contractor for your upcoming project.

Ask About Their Credentials

No matter the scale of your project, you need to be able to trust your contractor with your home. You can build that trust by checking out their credentials. Ask for proof of their contracting license and insurance – any home service provider worth the money will be glad to oblige you.

Also be sure to look at some reviews. Find out what past customers have said about their services from more than one of these sources:

HomeAdvisor

Angie’s List

Houzz

Facebook

Google Business

Better Business Bureau

Yelp

But don’t make the mistake of implicitly trusting online reviews. Reviews are just one thing to consider when choosing a contractor.

Ask Questions Specific To Your Home

No contractor knows your house better than you, so don’t hesitate to ask any questions you have about your project with your potential contractor. Are you concerned about how the new carpet you want might not work with your subfloor, or thinking about if your new wood shutters are a better choice than drapes?

Remember to speak up and get the answers that matter to your project!

Get the Details on Installation Day

Depending on what your project is, installation day can be a long, exhausting process, or it could be a cinch. No matter what, you should get the details for installation day. Start with some of these.

About how long will the full job take?

How many contractors might be coming into my house?

Will I need to move any furniture or make any other preparations?

Will there be any dust or fumes during or after the installation?

How noisy will the installation be?

Will my kids or pets need to be out of the house during the installation?

Ask About Your Payment Options

You don’t always need to wait a long time to schedule your project in order to save up. Most Cleveland contractors and home service providers can let you pay in installments.

Any Questions?

If you have any other questions about home improvement projects in Cleveland, we’re more than happy to answer them. Give us a call at 440-561-6787 or fill out the contact form below to get your questions answered.

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